Mass General Brigham
Outpatient Physical Therapist - Orleans
Mass General Brigham, Orleans, Massachusetts, us, 02653
Overview
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. We are a not-for-profit supporting patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. Job type: Full-time, 40-hour schedule. 10,000 sign on bonus. Location: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation. Job Summary
Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restore patient physical functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistive and supportive devices. Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required. Licensure requirements: for licensure prior to 2016, a bachelor\'s or master\'s degree is acceptable; licensure from 2016 onward requires completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Responsibilities
Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.
Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care.
Provides in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed.
Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family.
Participates in Hospital-wide quality process improvement.
Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in Physical Therapy required; Master\'s Degree or Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.
Can experience be substituted for a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials: Physical Therapist (Massachusetts State License) - required; Basic Life Support - required; Class D Driver\'s License - preferred
Experience: Internship or apprenticeship program experience; 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Excellent organizational skills.
Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.
Effective written communication.
Ability to teach others how to do something.
Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (with assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Work Details
Remote Type: Onsite
Work Location: 65 Old Colony Way
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
Compensation Pay Range: $78,104.00 - $115,388.00/Annual
Grade: 6
EEO Statement Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran\'s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)‑282‑7642.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission. We are a not-for-profit supporting patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. Job type: Full-time, 40-hour schedule. 10,000 sign on bonus. Location: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation. Job Summary
Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restore patient physical functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistive and supportive devices. Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required. Licensure requirements: for licensure prior to 2016, a bachelor\'s or master\'s degree is acceptable; licensure from 2016 onward requires completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Responsibilities
Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.
Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care.
Provides in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed.
Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family.
Participates in Hospital-wide quality process improvement.
Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in Physical Therapy required; Master\'s Degree or Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.
Can experience be substituted for a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials: Physical Therapist (Massachusetts State License) - required; Basic Life Support - required; Class D Driver\'s License - preferred
Experience: Internship or apprenticeship program experience; 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Excellent organizational skills.
Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.
Effective written communication.
Ability to teach others how to do something.
Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (with assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Work Details
Remote Type: Onsite
Work Location: 65 Old Colony Way
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
Compensation Pay Range: $78,104.00 - $115,388.00/Annual
Grade: 6
EEO Statement Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran\'s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)‑282‑7642.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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